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Job Functions

• The clerks will serve as floaters to all branches of the Rapides Parish Library.
• Performs circulation activities (including, but not limited to) checking in and out of library materials, registering customers, issuing library cards, and processing overdues.
• Sorts and prepares books and other library materials for shelving.
• Conducts or assists in basic to advanced research of books, periodicals and other print materials to provide information to customers.
• Operates various computer sources and various databases for basic to advanced research, retrieval, and dissemination of information to customers.
• Provides various customer service related information to library customers in a light to heavy customer service work environment.
• Performs basic to elementary level bibliographic and/or circulation functions.
• Submits books and other materials requests in print and/or electronically to the Loan Division.
• Shelves and shelf reads library materials.
• Sorts and prepares materials for delivery.
• Types and/or prints various information tracking records relative to delivery of materials.
• Prepares and/or processes returns.
• Collects monies from customers for various services and fees.
• Performs light housekeeping duties to maintain a neat work area and customer service environment.
• Assists with materials and equipment preparations, registrations and attendance of Summer Reading Program activities.
• Assists with decorating and maintaining department/branch bulletin boards.
• Performs other related work as required or directed.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED) and ability to read, write, understand carry out written and oral instructions.
• Must have reliable phone service and a current email address that allows messages to be received and answered.
• Computer literate.
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office.
• Proof of ability to type 35 wpm on computer keyboard.
• Ability to lift, carry, and push minimum 25 – 30 lbs.
• Ability to repeatedly reach above your head.
• Ability to repeatedly bend, stoop, squat, and climb two to three level step ladder.
• Ability to stand for varied and extended (2 ½ to 3 hours) period of time.
• Ability to sit for varied and extended (2 ½ to 3 hours) period of time.
• Ability to focus and remain attentive to detail while doing repetitive tasks.
• Ability to work flexible, irregular and varied work hours, including Saturdays, nights and weekends.
• Ability to withstand drastic changes in temperature and inclement weather.
• Successful participation in Random Drug Testing Program.